Audiosocket

Company Structure & Services

Audiosocket operates through three complementary business divisions serving different market segments. The primary Audiosocket platform provides subscription-based music licensing to content creators with unlimited downloads across self-service plans. ASX (Audiosocket Exclusives) functions as a premium sync agency handling high-budget placements for major productions through direct music supervisor relationships and selective roster management. The MaaS (Music-as-a-Service) division licenses API technology to platforms including Vimeo, Canva, CapCut, and TikTok, enabling instant global music clearance without traditional six-to-eighteen-month licensing timelines.

The organizational structure includes distinct operational teams across creative, legal, engineering, and business development. Leadership comprises CEO Jenn Anderson-Miller, VP of Marketing Bryan Osuszek, Director of Engineering Muaaz Rafi, and Executive Music Producer Duddy Brown. The company maintains relationships with music supervisors across television networks, streaming platforms, advertising agencies, and game studios.

Technology infrastructure includes AI-powered search functionality allowing reference track uploads from Spotify or YouTube to identify similar catalog options. The LicenseID watermarking system embeds license metadata into music files for automated copyright infringement detection, proven effective in 2016 litigation securing $55,000 settlement against unauthorized campaign usage.

Placement Track Record

Verified credits span multiple production tiers. Major network television placements include HBO series, NBC programming, CBS shows, and MTV productions. Streaming platform integrations document Netflix originals, Disney+ content, Amazon Prime series, and Hulu exclusives. Trailer and promotional campaign credits include Westworld Super Bowl spots, Jack Ryan Super Bowl campaigns, Game of Thrones marketing, Narcos promotional content, and Snowfall advertising.

Commercial brand partnerships demonstrate relationships with Uber, Starbucks, Monster Energy, Acura, Adidas, American Express, Jimmy Choo, and Audi. Video game implementations include Call of Duty franchise titles, Assassins Creed series, Destiny expansions, and Shadow of War. Film production credits document A24 Films collaborations.

The 2016 copyright enforcement case against the Ted Cruz presidential campaign resulted in successful settlement after proving unauthorized use of tracks “Lens” by Sarah Schachner and “Fear of Complacency” by Brad Couture. The litigation validated LicenseID watermarking technology as admissible evidence and demonstrated active rights protection for represented artists.

Recent platform expansion includes TikTok artists generating 300 million views annually, with multiple catalog artists trending on the platform and charting on Spotify streaming services. The distribution spans global territories through API partnerships enabling instant licensing across digital media platforms.

Business Model & Pricing

The platform subscription structure provides unlimited music licenses through tiered pricing: Personal plans range $10-16.58 monthly on annual commitment or $15-25 monthly, Small Business plans approximately $69 monthly, and enterprise custom solutions for white-label implementations. All subscription tiers include YouTube monetization rights, Patreon monetization allowances, and social media publishing clearances. Seven-day free trials enable catalog evaluation before commitment.

Artist commission arrangements differentiate by exclusivity terms. Non-exclusive agreements allocate 75% of upfront licensing fees to Audiosocket plus 100% of publisher’s share of royalties, while artists retain 25% of upfront fees plus 100% of writer’s share. Exclusive deals split upfront licensing fees and backend royalties 50/50, with artists maintaining 100% of writer’s share while receiving additional benefits including international sub-publishing rights, quarterly pitch reports, and smaller roster positioning for increased attention. Stock licensing revenue splits 50% of licensing income plus 50% of publishing royalties to Audiosocket.

The MaaS API platform charges transaction-based licensing fees determined by platform implementation and usage volume. Technology partners including Vimeo, Canva, and CapCut integrate the 85,000-track catalog through white-label solutions enabling instant global clearance without traditional negotiation timelines. Platform pricing varies by enterprise partnership terms.

Composer Experience

Artist submission requires four original tracks without covers, with optional indication of exclusive or non-exclusive preference. The approval process guarantees response within 30-60 days, though some composers report extensions to 90 days. The 10% acceptance rate reflects selective quality standards, with 90% of submissions rejected.

Composers describe positive platform experiences across multiple dimensions. One Vice Media representative stated: “Audiosocket never fails to supply awesome tunes for any kind of project I may be working on. Great music with quick, easy & friendly service all around!” A filmmaker at Ohana Films highlighted search functionality improvements, noting the YouTube reference feature consistently delivers sensible results representing significant time savings. A 2025 creator review praised the catalog volume, stating the music selection “far exceeds the other music libraries on the market” and recommending the platform as a quality option.

“Audio Socket is a music library with which my relationship has been a good one since I started submitting in March of 2011.”

Concerns center primarily on commission structure transparency and revenue expectations. One composer expressed hesitation after acceptance, noting apprehension about publishing royalty terms. This reflects the 75% non-exclusive commission structure, which represents standard industry practice but involves significant revenue sharing on upfront fees. Multiple composers across forums emphasize realistic income expectations, describing sync licensing as “slow” with variable placement success where track batches might generate five-figure earnings before declining. The typical revenue pattern spans six-month minimum delays after content airs before sync fee payment, with unpredictable placement timelines extending months to years.

Artists transitioning from non-exclusive to exclusive contracts describe increased attention through quarterly pitch reports and smaller roster positioning. The selective ASX roster provides white-glove service for premium productions requiring exclusive representation, with enhanced international sub-publishing support.

Payment & Royalties

Industry-standard sync fee ranges guide compensation expectations across placement types. Commercial campaigns typically generate $20,000 to $550,000+ depending on brand prominence and territorial scope. Film placements range $10,000 to $80,000, with trailer usage commanding similar fee structures. Television episode placements span $500 to $20,000 based on network tier and usage prominence. Video game implementations typically secure $2,000 to $10,000, while theme song commissions range $5,000 to $10,000.

Payment timeline realities reflect production industry standards. Composers consistently report two-quarter delays (six months minimum) between content airing and sync fee receipt. This timeline accommodates production company payment processing, network accounting cycles, and rights organization distribution schedules. Multiple forum participants emphasize income variability, noting placement frequency fluctuates unpredictably based on supervisor needs, project timing, and catalog fit.

“I’ve used Audiosocket before and had positive experiences with them.”

Production music library subscription revenue demonstrates different earning patterns. Average quarterly royalty statements generate approximately £135 per track, with top-performing tracks in trending genres like house music earning £3,000-£4,000 monthly. Track lifetime revenue generation typically spans ten years before declining, with earnings concentrated in early popularity periods.

Backend royalty collection operates separately from upfront sync fees. Artists registered with performance rights organizations (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, PRS) collect performance royalties independently when licensed content airs. Audiosocket’s commission structure applies to upfront licensing fees and publisher’s share but does not affect writer’s share of performance royalties, which flow directly to composers through PRO distribution systems.

The non-exclusive model allows composers to license tracks simultaneously through multiple libraries, potentially increasing placement opportunities while accepting lower per-placement percentages. Exclusive ASX representation provides 50% upfront fee splits with dedicated pitching attention and quarterly reporting on specific opportunities pursued.

Support & Communication

Creator feedback emphasizes responsive platform support. A 2025 YouTube review noted the company proves “very quick to respond” when addressing user interface suggestions. The search technology receives consistent praise, with filmmakers highlighting AI-powered reference matching that delivers relevant results when testing catalog capabilities with challenging search parameters.

Music supervisor relationship management operates through direct ASX team contact for premium placements. The Executive Music Producer role coordinates between supervisor requests and catalog matching, with quarterly pitch reports providing exclusive artists transparency into specific opportunities pursued. This contrasts with non-exclusive representation where catalog pitching occurs without individualized reporting.

Platform technical support addresses licensing questions, usage rights clarifications, and account management through email channels. The FAQ section covers standard licensing scenarios including YouTube monetization rights, Patreon usage allowances, and territorial restrictions. Enterprise MaaS clients receive dedicated technical integration support for API implementation.

The selective roster approach for ASX provides enhanced communication pathways. Exclusive artists receive regular updates on pitching activity, supervisor feedback when available, and strategic positioning recommendations. This white-glove service distinguishes premium representation from self-service platform access where composers manage submissions independently without individualized attention.

Contract terms allow non-exclusive artists to upgrade to exclusive representation after demonstrating catalog performance. This progression path enables composers to prove placement viability before committing to exclusivity restrictions, with the company evaluating track record before extending exclusive invitations.